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BG13 YWV

2013 Mercedes-benz Gl

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

120,015 mi
Last recorded120,015 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl70,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 YWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 120,015 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 115,314 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 110,385 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 102,055 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 95,957 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 85,924 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 82,198 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Mar 2019 72,354 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 58,748 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Feb 2017 41,736 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Feb 2017 41,736 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 29,246 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine cover/ undertray fitted

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl?

Based on 50,164 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
7,279
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,735
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 610
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 271
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 232
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 220
position lamp(s) not working 172
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BG13 YWV is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 70,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Gl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG13 YWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG13 YWV registered?

BG13 YWV is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 17 June 2013.

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The MOT history for BG13 YWV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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